Cademuir Rollercoaster

AUG
16
2026
Two short hill races on Cademuir Hill near Peebles with 3 km and 6 km routes, age categories, prizes and Scottish Athletics licensing.
Sun 16 Aug 2026
6 kilometers

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Cademuir Rollercoaster

The Cademuir Rollercoaster on 16 Aug 2026 is the 13th edition of a pair of short hill races on the open grassy slopes of Cademuir Hill, on the south side of Peebles in the Scottish Borders.

Distances

  • 3 km : 105 m climb; min age 10 by 31/12/26.
  • 6 km : 275 m climb; min age 14 by 31/12/26.

There is no upper age limit for either race. Results from the 3 km race will be recorded for the SAL U12 and U14 Junior Hill Race Leagues. Results from the 6 km race will be recorded for the SAL U20, U18 and U16 Junior Hill Race Leagues. Prizes are awarded to senior and age category winners.

Online entry is preferred and places are limited, with a waiting list in operation. The closing date for entries is 15 Aug 2026. Race numbers are collected at Peebles High School Sports Hall. The event is organised by Moorfoot Runners and takes place in the vicinity of Peebles High School, Springwood Road, Peebles EH45 9HB.

The races are sponsored by Cademuir Clinic and will be run under UK Athletics rules as a Scottish Athletics licensed event. Course maps are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

6 km
6km Race
3km Race

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